Assessment Counselor

Overview Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities. Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being. High Focus Centers in Cherry Hill is a premier provider of outpatient treatment programs for mental health, substance use and co-occurring disorders. Our highly trained staff create individualized, comprehensive and robust treatment plans designed to meet each client’s treatment goals. At High Focus Centers in Cherry Hill we are currently seeking an Assessment Counselor to join our amazing team of behavioral healthcare professionals. If after reading the job posting you feel you are qualified and interested in this role, we invite you to apply for this amazing opportunity! Position details Address: 53 Haddonfield Rd Suite 330, Cherry Hill Township, NJ 08002 Salary Range: $52,000 - $60,000 per year Schedule: Full Time, In-person, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm REQUIRED LICENSURE: LPC, LCSW, LCADC. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Conducts screenings and level of care assessments, using clinical knowledge and skill level and communicate the process with clients. Evaluates behavioral, emotional, cognitive, spiritual, and social needs of clients. Collect demographic and historical information relevant to the LOCA. Gather information for and complete precertification for all managed care clients when applicable. Facilitate admission process by communicating with appropriate clinical team member as required. Facilitates appropriate admissions to all levels of care. Makes appropriate referrals to community providers and finds placement in appropriate setting for the client. Completes assessment, admission, and other paperwork for clients in a timely manner, including but not limited to Releases of Information (ROI) and other admission paperwork. Manage admission pre-certification with funding sources when applicable. Collaborates with other team members and departments as needed. Expected to provide coverage for other clinical team members. Responsible for maintaining clinical records for clients with appropriate documentation of clinical services and client program engagement in ECR in accordance with program policy. Conducts brief individual therapy to engage patient in treatment and documents appropriately. Provides case management and linkage to alternate services if indicated. Develops an initial treatment plan. Completion of all required trainings as designated by the company and accreditation/licensing entities. Expected to provide and facilitate group therapy sessions as required. Other duties as assigned. Education/Credentials REQUIRED LICENSURE: LPC, LCSW, LCADC. Pyramid CORE Values We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission. Total Rewards For Full-Time Positions Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement Employee Recognition Programs Referral Bonus opportunities And More! To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr